Description
Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund's Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund NFO will be available on NSE MF Invest Platform from March 06 to March 18, 2026, with allotment on March 25, 2026.
Summary
NSE has informed its members that the Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund NFO by Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund will be available for transactions on the NSE MF Invest Platform from March 06, 2026 to March 18, 2026. The fund comprises six scheme variants across Regular and Direct plans with Growth and IDCW options. Allotment is scheduled for March 25, 2026.
Key Points
- NFO subscription window: March 06, 2026 to March 18, 2026
- Fund house: Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund
- Fund name: Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund
- Six scheme variants available: Regular and Direct plans with Growth, IDCW, and IDCW Reinvestment options
- All schemes categorized as Equity
- Allotment date: March 25, 2026
- Payment deadline: March 18, 2026 by 11:59 PM (clear funds must be in designated Clearing Corporation account)
- Reference: NSE/NMFTM/73137, Circular Ref. No. 1247/2026
Scheme Details
| Scheme Name | ISIN | Category | Allotment Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Regular IDCW | INF209K30057 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Regular Growth | INF209K30040 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Regular IDCW Reinvestment | INF209K30065 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Direct IDCW | INF209K30024 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Direct Growth | INF209K30016 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
| Apex Hybrid Long-Short Fund - Direct IDCW Reinvestment | INF209K30032 | Equity | 25.03.2026 |
Regulatory Changes
No regulatory changes introduced. This is a standard NFO launch notification.
Compliance Requirements
- Members must ensure clear funds through any payment mode are received in the designated Clearing Corporation account on or before March 18, 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Members should facilitate investor transactions on the NSE MF Invest Platform within the specified NFO window.
Important Dates
- March 06, 2026: NFO subscription opens on NSE MF Invest Platform
- March 18, 2026, 11:59 PM: NFO subscription closes; payment deadline
- March 25, 2026: Allotment date for all six scheme variants
Impact Assessment
This circular has limited market-wide impact, affecting only NSE members who facilitate mutual fund transactions on the NSE MF Invest Platform. Investors interested in a hybrid long-short equity strategy from Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund can subscribe during the NFO window. The fund’s equity category classification and hybrid long-short strategy may appeal to investors seeking market-neutral or hedged equity exposure.
Impact Justification
Routine NFO launch notification for a single mutual fund on the NSE MF Invest platform; no regulatory changes or broad market impact.